HB836

Require physicians to sign death certificates electronically

Introduced·4/30/26
Introduced Text

Ohio HB836 requires physicians to sign death certificates electronically.

Ohio HB836 amends the Revised Code to mandate that physicians sign death certificates electronically. This change involves updating the electronic system of vital records maintained by the Department of Health, requiring physicians to register with this system. The bill repeals existing sections related to the signing of death certificates and enacts new provisions to facilitate electronic certification. The goal is to modernize the process of certifying causes of death and improve the efficiency of vital records management.

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Health Committee
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History

May 13

House

Referred to committee: Health

Apr 30

House

Introduced